Peer Mentors

My name is Alexander, and I am a third year transfer student here at UC Santa Cruz studying Art and Design: Games and Playable media. I really love digital art, and I frequently draw using Clip Studio Paint. I also really enjoy spending time in downtown Santa Cruz at the boardwalk and the arcade. My favorite spot on campus is the Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall. As a Peer Mentor I look forward to meeting you all and answering whatever questions you might have!

Hi! My name is Bella and I’m a second year Psychology and Critical race and Ethnic Studies major. I am affiliated with Kresge College and love finding new spots around campus to watch the sunset. In my free time, I like to watercolor, make jewelry, crochet, and basically anything crafty. I really enjoy going to the beach and thrifting with friends; I love fashion! My favorite spot on campus is Biko Hill. Next year I will be the Stevenson African, Black, Caribbean (ABC) housing mentor for the 2025-26 school year. I’m super excited to be a mentor and can’t wait to get to know everyone this summer.

Hello! My name is Natalie Capobres and I am a second year Environmental Studies major. I have a concentration in Global Environmental Justice (GEJ) and a minor in Legal Studies. When I am not in class I am often working at the Sustainability Office, volunteering at the Seymour Center (Coastal Campus), or playing tennis on the club team! My favorite spot on campus is the Great Meadows (behind the recital hall). I spend down time tide pooling, surfing, thrifting, and exploring the nature of Santa Cruz.

Hi, my name is Sage I use he/they/it pronouns and I’m going to be a 3rd year Psychology and Education double major. I’m affiliated to Oakes College, Trans Student Union, Cantu Queer Center, and the Disability Resource Center. Outside of classes I love to crochet, star gaze at the Porter Squiggle, or play around with my roommates cat! I spend most of time time on campus by studying for classes, hanging out with roommates, and meandering around campus. I’m also a tour guide for campus! My favorite spot on campus is the Porter Squiggle or Oakes Lower Lawn. I love answering questions so feel free to ask me if you are interested about my experience on campus, about campus, or otherwise!

My name is Gursimrat Pannu and I am a third year transfer at UCSC. My major is intensive psychology. My main goal, career wise is too work with children, specifically become a psychiatrist. I enjoy baking, spending time with friends and family, doing any outdoor activity, and sometimes gaming. My favorite activities to do are hiking and camping. My favorite spot on campus is the Squiggle. One of the main reasons I choose to enroll at UCSC was because of how beautiful it is! I am also a big horror fan in terms of movies, but I also enjoy action, adventure, and comedy. I look forward to meeting everyone 🙂

Hi! My name is Madison, I am a second year Applied Mathematics major. I started UCSC as a freshman in the Summer Edge program! My favorite spot on campus is East Field bench (specifically the one off to the side under a tree). I love spending my free time thrifting downtown and trying new restaurants. I am also involved with SheLifts on campus, an all female club centered around gym meet ups and being active! Feel free to ask me about it!